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Defensive backs coach Patrick Surtain, Sr., and the Florida State Seminoles recently parted ways, a move that sent ripples through the recruiting class and the current roster.

Patrick Surtain News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 11

If Surtain is Right, 2024's Joint Practice With Packers Could Help Broncos

In the summer of 2024, the Denver Broncos held joint practice sessions with the Green Bay Packers. Entering Week 15's regular-season matchup with the Packers, the Broncos will be looking for any edge they can get, and the tape from last year's practices against them could offer a key.

NFL News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / December 10

Early list of coaches FSU football could target to replace Patrick Surtain Sr.

Florida State's first move of the offseason came as a surprise when the program fired defensive backs coach Patrick Surtain Sr. following his third year with the program.

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Florida State Seminoles News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / December 9

Early consequences emerge for FSU football after firing Patrick Surtain Sr.

It's been less than a week since the Florida State Seminoles fired defensive backs coach Patrick Surtain Sr. The longtime high school coach and NFL assistant had been in Tallahassee for three seasons.

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 9

Pat Surtain II Delivers Honest Take on Broncos’ Final Opponents

If the 11-2 Denver Broncos are going to obtain Super Bowl glory, they can't be satisfied with their 10-game winning streak. Next up, the 9-3 Green Bay

FSU football dismisses defensive backs coach Patrick Surtain Sr.

The Florida State Seminoles are expected to make multiple changes to their coaching staff this offseason. The 2025 campaign was a disappointment for head coach Mike Norvell as the Seminoles finished 5-7 and out of the postseason for the second straight year and fourth time in the last six seasons.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 29

Payton Breaks Down Pat Surtain II’s Value to Broncos Even While Out

It could be said that Patrick Surtain II's return this week vs. the Washington Commanders will be like Christmas coming early for the Denver Broncos.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / November 28

Broncos CB Patrick Surtain set to return after pectoral tear

On Tuesday, we saw Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton confirm that he intended to fulfill expectations of a Week 13 return from injury, and on Friday we saw the same from cornerback Patrick Surtain.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 28

Broncos’ Patrick Surtain II expected to play vs. Commanders

The Denver Broncos are about to get a valuable presence back in their defense, as cornerback Patrick Surtain II is set to return against the Washington Commanders this Sunday, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 27

Broncos CB Patrick Surtain II’s return imminent after injury report upgrade

The Denver Broncos received a major boost ahead of their Week 13 matchup vs. the Washington Commanders, as Patrick Surtain II returned to full participation in Thursday’s practice.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Denver Broncos News / Total Apex Sports / November 27

Denver Broncos CB Patrick Surtain Close To Return After Missing 3 Weeks

The Denver Broncos have been without their best defensive player, Patrick Surtain, for three straight games after he suffered a shoulder injury against the Dallas Cowboys.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 26

Patrick Surtain II returns to Broncos practice ahead of Commanders game

The Denver Broncos aim to advance to a 10-2 record in Week 13 when they take on the Washington Commanders. Leading up to the contest, it sounds like the club finally got some good news regarding Patrick Surtain II and his injury status.

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Denver Broncos News / The Lead / November 20

The Broncos’ Secondary Has Been Thriving Without Patrick Surtain

The Denver Broncos have been anchored by their elite defense. Despite an occasionally struggling offense, Denver’s defenders have always kept the team in the game.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 19

Report: Broncos Get Good News on Return of Surtain, Singleton

The Week 12 bye could not have come at a more fortuitous time for the 9-2 Denver Broncos, who conquered the rival Kansas City Chiefs last Sunday without several starters, including cornerback Patrick Surtain II and linebacker Alex Singleton.

Denver Broncos News / Gridiron Heroics / November 18

'Broncos Country': Patrick Surtain II, JK Dobbins Fired Up After Denver Beats Chiefs

The Denver Broncos rode a wave of momentum Sunday after they stunned the Kansas City Chiefs with a last‑second 35‑yard field goal to win 22‑19. Key defensive and offensive voices in the locker room made it clear the victory meant more than a single result; it felt like a statement for the team.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 15

Broncos' Defense Must Win 5 Crucial Matchups to Beat Chiefs

The Denver Broncos' defense has been great, even without Patrick Surtain II, but the Kansas City Chiefs' offense remains challenging. While they started

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 14

Broncos’ Patrick Surtain II, Marvin Mims get mixed injury update before Week 11

The Denver Broncos had injury updates to share about Patrick Surtain II and Marvin Mims going into Week 11 of the 2025 NFL season. Surtain is going through the fifth season of his career with the Broncos.

Denver Broncos News / The SportsRush / November 13

Patrick Surtain II Says His Body Is Healing Like 'Wolverine' Amid Injury Layoff

The Denver Broncos suffered a seemingly massive blow to their elite defense back in Week 8 when All-Pro cornerback Pat Surtain II went down with an injury before halftime.

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 31

Broncos Officially Rule Out Four From Week 9, Including CB Patrick Surtain II

The Denver Broncos announced that they’ve ruled out CB Patrick Surtain II (pectoral), WR Marvin Mims Jr. (concussion), TE Nate Adkins (knee), and S P.J.

NFL News / Toro Times / October 29

Patrick Surtain II injury update is good news for both Broncos AND Texans

For the Denver Broncos, the most recent injury update on Patrick Surtain II is a classic case of good news, bad news. Surtain, a two-time All-Pro and the reigning Defensive Player of the Year, suffered a pectoral strain in last week's win over the Dallas Cowboys.

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 29

Broncos Not Placing CB Patrick Surtain II On IR

Ian Rapoport reports that the Broncos do not plan on placing star CB Patrick Surtain II on injured reserve. Rapoport adds that it is possible he could miss just three games due to a pectoral strain, and would return in Week 13 to play the Commanders after Denver’s bye week.

Denver Broncos News / Field Level Media / October 27